Dental Assistant & Sterilization Tech — Growth & Benefits

Neighborhood Dental; Yankton (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Student loan repayment assistance

Paid continuing education

Health, vision, and life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off and paid holidays

Profit sharing

Paid uniform allowance

Free dental care for you and your IMED

Verizon & AT&T discounts

GreatLife membership discount

Free CPR certification

Aflac options

Employee referral bonus

Birthday gift card

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Neighborhood Dental in Yankton, SD is hiring a Dental Assistant / Sterilization Technician to join our team. We offer competitive pay and a supportive workplace focused on growth and patient care.

The role includes assisting dentists, room preparation, instrument sterilization, and patient education in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Full-time schedule with benefits and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of dental assisting experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive, dependable, and team-oriented attitude.
• Passion for providing outstanding patient care.
• Comfort with learning new dental technologies as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during a variety of clinical procedures.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials.
• Sterilize instruments while following infection control standards.
• Welcome patients and help create a positive experience.
• Take impressions and assist with digital dentistry after training.
• Educate patients and answer basic treatment questions.
• Maintain a clean, organized clinical environment; support the dental team to keep the office running efficiently.

Skills

Dental assisting

Communication skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Team player

Patient care

Job description

Neighborhood Dental in Yankton, SD is hiring a Dental Assistant / Sterilization Technician to join our team. We offer competitive pay and a supportive workplace focused on growth and patient care.

The role includes assisting dentists, room preparation, instrument sterilization, and patient education in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Full-time schedule with benefits and opportunities for advancement.